The Knights of Columbus is a Catholic men's fraternal benefit society that was formed, in 1882 by New Haven, Connecticut parish priest Father Michael J. McGivney, to render financial aid to members and their families. Mutual aid and assistance are offered to sick, disabled and needy members and their families. Social and intellectual fellowship is promoted among members and their families through educational, charitable, religious, and other public relief works.

Join Us!

Membership in the Knights of Columbus is open to all gentlemen, 18 years of age and older, who are a practical Catholic, in union with the Holy See, and who practice the precepts of the Church. You do not have to purchase the insurance of the Order to become a member. You are considered a Brother Knight upon completion of your First Degree. Upon completion of your Fourth Degree, you will be referred to as a Worthy Sir Knight.

If you meet the requirements listed above, and live in the Patterson, New York area, we would love to have you join our council! To get the ball moving on joining our council, fill out this interest form, speak to one of our Knights, email us as at , or give us a call at 845.41.UNITY (86489). Someone will get back to you with additional information!

Knights in Your Area...

Not in the Patterson, New York area? There are Knights of Columbus councils throughout the world-it is likely there is one in your area. Visit Supreme Council's Find A Council Locator: http://www.kofc.org/un/eb/en/officers/fac.html, or speak to your local parish.

Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism.

There are four degrees in the Knights: First, Second, Third, and Fourth. Each degree ceremony imparts a lesson on the Order's core virtues of Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism. In order to hold an officership within the Order, you must be atleast a third-degree member.